Chief Connection Is the Official Newsletter of Utica High School

Utica High School Chief November 2016

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See “About the Cover” on page 12 Utica High School Vision Statement: Empowering students to reach their full potential as members of a global community. Utica High School Mission Statement: The mission of Utica High School is to develop successful learners with the support of our community of educators, students, and parents. Our diverse student body will have an equitable, rigorous, and comprehensive education in a safe and supportive environment that promotes self-discipline, motivation, and excellence in learning. We aim to cul- tivate individual learners with active and creative minds, and a sense of understanding and compassion for others.

Index is available on page 3

From the Principal’s Desk

Dear Chieftain Families,

It seems impossible, but we’ve reached November already and the end of Quarter 1. We are just a few weeks from our Parent Teacher Conferences and the Thanksgiving Holiday. In between now and then we have an election and a lot of work to do! Though we will be here for staff professional development, school will be closed on Tuesday, Nov. 8 for the General Election.

Our conferences look a little different this year, with conferences being Tuesday, November 15 (4:30 - 7:30) and Thursday, No- vember 17 (12:00 – 3:00 and 4:30 – 7:30). Conferences will also be held in three locations, the Main Gym, the Cafeteria and the Media Center. Our Media Center will house our counseling department, Special Education teachers, and English as a Second Language teachers. All other teachers will be divided alphabetically between the Main Gym and the Cafeteria. This will allow us to avoid using the second story of the gym which was an access problem for some parents and grandparents that we would like to avoid.

The break between the two dates is to facilitate an opportunity for parents to attend the district’s presentation of “What’s The Cost of Educating a Child?” at the Eisenhower High School Performing Arts Center on November 16 at 7pm. This presentation will give critical information regarding the state structure for funding school systems and how that uniquely and adversely impacts Utica Community Schools and Utica High School. The presentation will be from our Superintendent, Dr. Christine Johns, and our Assistant Superintendent for Business and Auxiliary Services, Stephanie Eagen. There will be an opportunity for questions and answers at the end of the presentation and an opportunity for you to get involved in advocating for our students and our schools.

We are always grateful for that advocacy at Utica High School. As our Mission states, we believe that successful learners are made with the support of our community of educators, students, and parents. Our team at Utica High is doing more than ever to ensure that all students are getting the most from instruction and have the best chance to succeed. As parents, you should see that focus in learning in places where you might least expect it. Skills such as Claim, Evidence and Reasoning are not just taught in English classes, but are focused work of Science and Social Studies as well. Concerted effort is being made to evaluate student achievement gaps in SAT and PSAT data at Utica High School and against other schools in the district and state and develop plans for improvement. We recognize that the shift from ACT to SAT has been a challenge, but a challenge that will improve our instruction. The SAT utilizes questions that get progressively more difficult, which require students to assess information within context, and require critical thinking.

So, what did we find? We learned that our students mastered basic skills well! We learned that as the students took on questions with increasing complexity, that confidence changed. Our students did well. They beat state averages, but we know we can do better! That shift from a knowledge-based question to one of critical thinking was an opportunity for us to shift our ways of thinking and learning. That shift toward increased critical thinking, to utilizing and analyzing information is a shift our team has com- mitted to at Utica High. It will not be without challenge, but will better prepare our students for the rigors of the post-secondary opportunities before them.

Our mission also talks about the creative and the compassionate young thinkers we hope to develop at Utica High. Our students are young men and women, not just brains in a box. That commitment to learning is stimulated by the relationships they develop and the experiences they have. We saw the quality of those experiences when our Band hosted MSBOA Marching Band Festival and was rated Division 1, the highest ranking. If you didn’t get a chance to see that, another opportunity comes as our Award win- ning Theatre program presents Peter and Wendy, on Nov. 3 – 5 in the UHS Auditorium. Show tickets for the 7pm shows as well as Saturday’s matinee are available online at www.showtix4u.com and can be purchased now!

On behalf of my administrative team, the office staff, and of course, our incredible teachers, I want to wish our entire community a very Happy Thanksgiving.

Sincerely,

Tom Lietz Principal

ELECTRONIC UTICA HIGH SCHOOL SOUNDING BOARD MEETINGS COMMUNICATION DEVICES

All parents are welcome to attend our monthly Sounding Board District policy encourages staff and meetings to receive information regarding students to use digital information and student activities and educational communication technology to support programs offered at UHS. All meetings start at 9:30 a.m. and enhance instruction, research and communications. 2016-2017 Meeting Dates November 14, 2016 The school is not responsible for December 12, 2016 January 9, 2017 any lost or stolen electronic devices. February 13, 2017 March 13, 2017 April 10, 2017 May 15, 2017

ATTENDANCE PHONE NUMBERS

Early Dismissal: 586-797-2471

Late Arrival: 586-797-2472

All-Day Absences: 586-797-2473

Utica Administration Tom Lietz, principal Inside Principal’s Message 2 Senior Information 22 Peter Paulon, associate principal Counseling 4 Calendar of Events 24 A—K News @ U 11 District Calendar 25 Athletic Director 17 Dates to Remember 26 Jeremy Kranzo, associate principal Band Boosters 18 L—Z

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Check our web page for updates on counseling information. www.uticahigh.org Counseling Utica High School counseling department phone: 586-797-2290 Counseling Admin. Assistant Mrs. Wiegand phone: 586-797-2360

A-Go Dr. Krolczyk Phone: 586-797-2361 Email: [email protected]

Gr-M (AVID) Dr. Perry Phone: 586-797-2369 Email: [email protected]

N-Z Mrs. Carabelli Phone: 586-797-2364 Email: [email protected]

Special Projects April Raupp Phone: 586-797-2366 Email: [email protected]

Counselor Appointments Students wishing to make an appointment to see their counselor should complete a “Request for Appointment” form, which can be found in the counseling office. If a parent would like to see a counselor, please call the counseling office or email the counselor to request an appointment.

Naviance/Family Connection

All specific college related information will now be on Naviance/Family Connection. This allows us to update information daily as it becomes available. Parents can receive their login information from Mrs. Wie- gand, Administrative Assistant for Counseling at 797-2360. Students can log into Naviance/Family Connec- tion using their school computer username and password.

Naviance is a college and career readiness platform that helps connect academic achievement to post-secondary goals. Its comprehensive college and career readiness solution empowers students and families to connect learning and life and provides schools and districts with the information they need to help students prepare for life after high school. It also allows students to create a plan for their futures by helping them discover their individual strengths and learning styles and explore college and career options based on their results. It offers a test prep program along with several career assessments to help students narrow their course of study based on interests and ability.

Connect to your Family Connection page at: www.connection.naviance.com/uticahs

College Applications

We encourage seniors to apply to colleges on-line, preferably by Thanksgiving. NOTE: Naviance is available for students to request electronic transcripts be sent to the colleges they are applying to. Go to http://connection.naviance.com/uticahs. Please see the eDocs instructions within this publication. Students with questions or concerns about the application process are also advised to set up an appointment to see their counselor.

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Financial Aid Information for Seniors and Parents

How to apply for Federal Student Aid

You must create a FSA ID to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Create your FSA ID at www.StudentAid.gov/fsaid . Both students and parents are required to use a FSA ID, made up of a username and password, to access and submit personal data at U.S. Department of Education websites. Your FSA ID is used to confirm your identity and electronically sign your federal student aid documents.

All college-bound seniors should apply for financial aid for college, registration started October 1, 2016 for the 2017-18 college years. The FAFSA, Free Application for Federal Student Aid, is the only tool used by colleges and universities to determine the amount of money that can be offered to you for financial aid.

Beginning October 1, 2016, seniors may complete your FAFSA application on-line at www.fafsa.gov . Re- member, Financial Aid is on a first-come first-serve basis. Apply before March 1, 2017, in order to qualify for the maximum amount of state aid. For more information or help in filling out the FAFSA, call 1-800-433-3243 or go to www.FederalStudentAid.ed.gov/completefafsa

High school juniors begin the FAFSA process in their senior year on or after October 1, 2017. If you would like to estimate your aid before you are able to apply, visit www.StudentAid.gov/fafsa/estimate to use the FAFSA4caster, an early eligibility estimator.

Use the resources available for funding your child’s education!

Student Scholarships and Grants (SSG) is a state agency that assists in determining eligibility and deliver funds for state-administered financial aid programs on behalf of students. Visit their website and download the handbook titled “Affording College in Michigan – Guidebook for Students and Families.” This 20 page book is a wonderful resource for all families. www.michigan.gov/ssg . Fast web Free Scholarship Matching Service www.fastweb.com Financial Aid’s Scholarship Section www.finaid.org/scholarship Federal Student Financial Aid: www.fafsa.ed.gov Search for Scholarships on the Web: www.finaid.org/websearch

College Goal Saturday

Receive FREE on-site professional assistance filling out the FAFSA form. AT: Wayne State University TRIO Educational Opportunity Center and the Office of Federal TRIO Wayne State University Undergraduate Library (UGL), Room 3210 5150 Anthony Wayne Detroit, MI 48202 *Saturday, November 5, 2016 (4 sessions listed below):  10-11am  11am-12pm  12-1pm  1-2pm 5 Chief Connection

*Please RSVP online to ensure your reservation: http://events.wayne.edu/rsvp/michigan-college-goal-fall-2016/ Contact: Maxine G. Hudgins @ (313) 577-5052 or [email protected]

More information about FREE help filling out the FAFSA go to www.micollegegoal.org or call 1-800-832- 2464.

Tutoring Options

Members of the National Honor Society volunteer to tutor students who need help in a variety of academic are- as. The list of those students can be obtained from your student’s counselor. The counseling office also has a list of private tutors and/or agencies that can be hired. For more information, please contact your student’s counselor.

Testing Information

PSAT- The PSAT was administered to those juniors/sophomores who registered and paid on Saturday, October 15th. This test also would qualify those juniors wishing to compete for the National Merit Scholarship. Test results for the PSAT will be given to the students who took the test sometime in late December. Sopho- mores will have the opportunity to take a FREE PSAT during school on April 12, 2017.

ACT- (American College Test) The ACT test is a college-entrance exam accepted by all four-year colleges and universities in the United States. Students may take the ACT test up to 14 times. Students who plan to take the ACT must register online at www.actstudent.org . The next ACT test is scheduled for December 10th, with a registration deadline of November 4th (late registration deadline is November 18th).

SAT- (Scholastic Aptitude Test) The state of Michigan has adopted the SAT as its new state assessment to assess students and their progress towards college readiness and common core standards. Like the ACT, the SAT is also a college admissions test. All juniors will take the SAT at school on April 11, 2017 for FREE and it can be used for students applying to college. All sophomores will have the opportunity to practice for the SAT on April 12, 2017 for free. For more information visit: https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/state- partnerships/michigan

Macomb County Crisis Center The Macomb County Crisis Center is dedicated to helping people help themselves with any problem, anytime. The Crisis Center keeps current information on a variety of services in Macomb County. Callers who are not comfortable speaking English may ask for their own language. Callers will then be placed on hold and connect- ed with an interpreter. All services provided by the Crisis Center are free of charge. The Crisis Center is confi- dential, private, and you do not have to give your name. Specially trained counselors are available 24 hours a day/seven days a week. (586) 307-9100 24/7

Utica High School Naviance-Family Connections and eDocs Instructions http://connection.naviance.com/uticahs Login: Students use their UCS computer login to log into Naviance/Family Connection

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All SENIORS please complete the “Brag Survey” which can be found at your Family Connections page under the ABOUT ME tab. This information will be used for your letter(s) of recommendation from your counselors.

Requesting Transcripts and School Documents: Below are tasks that students must complete in order to request the transcripts and recommendations from teachers to be sent electronically to schools: 1. Log onto Family Connection. 2. Establish an appropriate email address that will be used only for the college process. 3. For students applying to schools USING THE COMMON APP. A. Enter the high school information and add at least one college, and sign the FERPA release Authorization on the Common App. B. Complete the Common App Matching process in Family Connection. This links Family Con- nection to your Common App account. If you do not complete this process, Naviance prevents the high school from electronically submitting school forms. C. Add colleges to the ‘Colleges I’m Applying To’ list in Family Connection. (If you click on the Dashboard you will see all of your colleges listed). 4. For students applying to schools NOT USING THE COMMON APP: A. Select the Colleges tab in Family Connection. B. Click the Transcripts link, listed in the Resources section of the tab. C. Click Request Transcripts for the type of transcript you are requesting. D. Enter the necessary information. This will differ based on the destination of the transcript. You can request transcripts to NCAA here as well. E. Click Request Transcripts at the bottom of the page. 5. Meet with teachers who will be writing your recommendation. Request materials for college application in Family Connection (teacher recommendation/transcripts). Request teachers to write recommendations as early as possible! As part of your request, you must tell teachers which schools they should send a recommendation to. If a school only re quires 2 (max) recommendations and you ask 3-4 other recommenders, only the first 2 can be uploaded in eDocs. Pay special attention to how many recommendations can be submitted to each university! Only send teacher recommendation requests through Naviance. Do not send them through the Common App. 6. If a student has a Common APP school on his list in Family Connection, the student needs to indicate if he is applying via Common App or not. 7. Return to Family Connection frequently to update your college results. 8. Request a final transcript for a college after the application is marked as accepted in Family Connection. You can mark an application as accepted from the Colleges tab of the student folder in the Application Details section and select Accepted using the Result drop-down menu. A student can mark an applica tion as accepted from the Colleges I’m Applying To List in Family Connection. The student clicks the pencil icon in the Results column and updates the result as Accepted. When the student goes to request a transcript, he or she will see a Request Final Transcript section.

To Request a Teacher Letter of Recommendation, the Student Should Complete the Following Steps: (Important- Request teachers to write recommendations as early as possible! We cannot send the school documents or the transcript until they have uploaded their recommendation!)

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1. From the Colleges I’m Applying To list, go to the Teacher Recommendations section. 2. Only send teacher recommendation requests through Naviance. Do not send them through the Common App. 3. Click the Add/Cancel Requests link. 4. Choose a teacher from the drop-down menu. 5. Enter a personal note, optional. 6. Repeat steps 3 and 4 for up to four teachers. 7. Click the Update Request button to complete the request. 8. IMPORTANT!!!! As part of your request, you must tell teachers which schools they should send a recommendation to. If a school only requires 2 (max) recommendations and you ask 3-4 other recommenders, only the first 2 can be uploaded in eDocs. Pay special attention to how many recommendations can be submitted to each university!

Determining Which Colleges Accept Online Transcripts Log into Naviance, click on the ‘colleges’ tab, then click on ‘colleges I’m applying to “Colleges I’m Thinking About.” Find the column labeled ‘Submissions.’ You will see one of three symbols Identifying whether the college accepts online transcripts: College accepts paper transcripts only; must provide envelope/label College accepts online transcripts; no envelope/label necessary Common Application college accepts online transcripts; no envelope/label necessary If a college offers the choice of their own application or the Common Application, we recommend using the Common Application. If you have questions, please see your counselor.

Colleges I’m Applying To List Adding colleges to the Colleges I’m Applying To list in Family Connection is a great way for students to let school staff members know which colleges they are applying to. When a student adds a college to the list, the student is added to the Application Manager in Naviance.

To add an active application, the student should complete the following steps: 1. Click the Colleges tab. 2. Click Colleges I’m Applying To. 3. Click Add to This List. 4. Click Lookup. 5. Find a college he or she is applying to and click the link with the college name. 6. The college is added to the College column. The student should continue adding colleges until they are all added. 7. Indicate the type of application, if a transcript is needed and whether the application has been submitted. 8. Click Add Colleges.

Document Requests Students can request the following college application materials in Family Connection: Transcript Teacher Letter of Recommendation

9 Chief Connection UCS school lunch rooms are serving up important menu changes as a result of new federal regulations. The changes will create healthier menu items for our students by requiring larger portions of fruits and vegetables. In addition, our lunches will feature more whole grains, along with lower sodium content. The new federal law also mandates that every school district adjust its meal prices to ensure the overall rate is comparable with federal reimbursement rates. As a result, the new requirements mandate an increase in lunch prices for all Utica Community Schools.

Student lunch prices for the 2016 - 2017 school year will be $ 2.75 for elementary, $2.90 for junior high and $ 2.95 for high school. Breakfast served at Utica High School from 6:50am to 7:15am $1.75. Food Service staff members are ready to continue their partnership with parents to make sure our students are well-nourished and ready to learn.

Start the day right – come join us for breakfast!. For students with an approved free or reduced price application on file, the price is 30 cents or free. A variety of food choices are offered. Milk alone is .45 cents. We look forward to serving our students the most important meal of the day!

Parking at Utica High School DEPOSITING LUNCH MONEY INTO YOUR CHILD'S ACCOUNT: Please keep a watchful eye for students crossing the streets and making their way into the building from the student parking lots. Also, use caution as students use the cross-walk on Shelby Road. Parents can go to www.sendmoneytoschool.com to pre-pay for their student's lunch meals, and Please DO NOT park on Shelby Road, either before or after school. The never worry about lost money again! Click on Shelby Township Police will issue tickets to those parked on Shelby Road. "create a new account." The district offers special discounts if you pay in advance. Also, unless you have a permit from the State of Michigan licensing bureau, DO NOT park in spots reserved for the physically challenged. They are monitored daily by the Shelby Township police.

FREE AND REDUCED LUNCH Remember, the speed limit in all parking lots is 10 mph. Feel free to wait for APPLICATIONS: your student at the end of the school day in the Wiley Elementary parking lot.

Parents who think they might qualify for Free and Reduced Lunch can go to the main office or, for Parents: your convenience, can go to www.lunchapp.com For access to your student’s grades, absences, etc., and fill out the application online. Notification of benefits is faster using the online service. please don’t forget to pick up your student’s Power If you have already signed up on School log-on. See Mrs. Killius in the counseling www.lunchdeposit.com, your username and office, and have your ID available in order to receive it. password will not change. Visit the district website at www.uticak12.org, or contact the Food

Service Department at 586-797-1185 for questions. Reporting an absence? Please keep in mind that if your student qualifies Please call the Attendance Office for free and reduced lunch, he or she will also Early Dismissal: 586-797-2471 qualify for reduced costs on specific national Late Arrival: 586-797-2472 exams. All Day: 586.797.2473

Attention Parents: E-mail system to keep parents informed! Our e-mail system allows us to regularly send important school notices and newsletters from the Board Office directly to you.

If you are not registered, please log on to your PowerSchool account and sign up under the “E-Mail Notifications” tab. Our goal is to have 100 percent of our parents enrolled in this system so that we can keep you better informed and reduce the use of paper in our school.

Your help with this effort is greatly appreciated!

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Holiday Sale

Chief Connection, Utica High School Store

20% All clothing & promotional items

Until December 22, 2016 Shop a wide assortment of Under Armour, Champion, Gear and Jansport clothing. Travel cups, frames, Christmas ornaments, Lanyards & Under Armour Backpacks. Located off the Utica High School cafeteria Open Daily 7:00 AM-2:00 PM

About the Cover Throughout the night, students enjoy dancing to the DJ in their trans- formed gym. "You could tell how much effort Student Council put into the decorations," senior Grace Hartigan said. "We didn't really know what to expect with the Egyptian theme, but everything really went together

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Students cannot leave Utica High School to get lunch during the school day. The UCS Senior High Handbook states that:

All UCS schools operate a closed campus during the school day. Students must remain in the building during the lunch period. Though a parent can come to the school to pick up their student at any time, students will not be re- leased to get lunch outside of school.

According to UCS Board of Education Policy 5115, the following are acceptable reasons for an early dismissal:  Student’s illness at school  Hospitalization  Doctor ordered bed rest  Mandatory court appearance that has been pre-arranged  Death in the immediate family  Family vacation that has been pre-arranged and approved  Administrative permission  Doctor and dental appointments

These are the reasons we will accept an early dismissal. Any reason not included above must be approved by an Administrator or will be cause for the student receiving an unexcused absence. Lunch is not one of the reasons listed above and will result in an unexcused absence/skip.

Remember that Utica High School recycles! There is a paper dumpster Metal can tops and box located just tops can be dropped off to Dr. Dabrowski, in outside the front Room 229.

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UTICA HS BOOK CLUB

Saturday, December 3rd 14165 Hall Rd. (across from Lakeside Mall)

Purchases made throughout the entire day will support UHS! Bring your family and enjoy the planned activities from 12-2pm:

• Listen to Principal Lietz & Dr. Perry display their musical talent! • See Mr.Moehlig as Santa with Mrs.Wright & Ms.Kevonian as his elves!  Enter the Raffle for fun prizes!  Listen to Mr. Haley read children’s stories!  Enjoy the singing of the beautiful Anna Hilliard (Mrs. Hilliard’s daughter)!  Participate in the Christmas sing-a-long!

Visit BN.COM/bookfairs to support us online from 12/03/16 to 12/06/16 by entering Bookfair ID:11984044 at checkout.

A percentage of your Barnes & Noble purchases will benefit our school/organization.

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National Honor Society News The Florence Burk Chapter of the National Honor Society held its tapping ceremony on October 28, 2016 in the cafeteria. We tapped 109 members during their first hour class and invited them to breakfast. See our new members on page 15. Congratulations to all the new members! The formal initiation ceremony will be held on December 8, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. in the Arthur Harper Auditorium at Utica High School. All parents are invited to attend. The NHS meets at 6:45 a.m. in the ECC room. The next scheduled meeting is on November 15, 2016. The Executive Board meets the first Tuesday of each month in room 234 at 6:45 a.m. Our next meeting is scheduled for November 1, 2016. All fundraiser money was due to Ms. Kammann by October 31, 2016. Continue to check the NHS website, www.uticanhs.weebly.com, for updates and information. All service opportunities and tutoring requests are posted. Additional information and updates are also available there.

BOOK CLUB Join us at Barnes & Noble on Hall Rd & Hayes

In A Dark, Dark Wood by Ruth Ware Tuesday, November 29, 2016, 7:00 p.m. A psychological thriller-- a woman lured back to a past she's spent a decade trying to escape, a few unstable characters, and a shocking death. The impending marriage of Nora's best friend from that long ago time brings her to a glass-walled cabin deep in the woods, for a hen party (the U.K. equivalent of a bachelorette weekend). But why is she there when the two haven't spoken since Nora fled their college town ten years ago? From the catty conversations at the party, se- crets from Nora and Clare’s past emerge, particularly relating to Nora’s former love, James Cooper. As the party gets underway things start to take a dark turn that builds with each passing moment. Each revelation luring the reader at an ever faster pace towards its ultimate life and death conclusion.

Military Moms of Michigan

This is an organization to support the military overseas who have ties to Michigan. We are collecting coupons for them, both current and expired, that are distributed to military bases around the world where they can be used in the base

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date. Coupons can be delivered to room 234.

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National Honor Society Junior Applications Asgarally, Audrey Gjelaj, Isabelle Norris, Jessica Bahoura, Michelle Grimaldi, Gabriella Olivier, Ryan Balaj, Kathryn Haithcock, Brendon Pezanowski, Heather Bansal, Arshvinder Hannan, Lucas Poker, Veronica Bialik, Paige Henig, Briana Pomaranski, Dana Bonifas, Reid Herc, Mark Poth, Allison Calverley, Mikayla Herc, Tyler Pulaski, Julianna Campion, Brandon Hough, Cassidy Renta Villanueva, Nalani Capanda, Jessica Huyghe, Elijah Richardson, Sarah Casem, Leonard Kaszubski, Ryan Roy, Alex Cetnar, Elizabeth Keta, Mary Rylander, Quinn Clyne, Chloe Krall, Donald Saji, Alexina Confer, Alea Kurish, Alexandrea Samuel, Jibin Connelly, Keaton Kurish, Sarah Shaba, Myron Connor, Krystal Lamb, Kamri Siluk, Tyler Cubitt, Cameron Lankford, Emerson Simbeni, Joseph Davidson, Gabrielle Larsen, Alexander Singh, Anmol Decker, Claire Lico, Alessandra Soriano, Samuel Dedvukaj, Elizabeth Lorenzo, Joshua Spitzbarth, Ashley DiLorenzo, Charles Lorkowski,Emily Streiber, Alexis Douglas, Bailey Machusko, Mark Suchoski, Emily Durst, Isabella Macias Gonzalez, Daisy Thomas, Sarah Einkorn, Julianne Macks, Kaylin Todorovik, Sanja Feeman, Clare Manimaleth, Rehan Veenstra, Grace Fraylick, Neil Martinez, Bianca Vuong, Nina Gao, Xinyuan Mauser, Jonathan Waddell, Tyler Gardiner, Leiah Maze,Emily Wexler, Noah Gebhart, Todd McCollom, Maria Youno, Lucas Gehrke, Hanna Merandi, Mariana Yousif, Fadya Geis, Ashley Miller, Rachel Zaleski, Matthew Germanski, Roman Monarch, Amanda Zerilli, Caleb Gibson, Marcella Nichols, Taylor Zuzga, Riley Nicks, Rachel

Senior Applications Anderson, Kiah Kamil, Melinda Rusk, Mallory

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FROM THE ATHLETIC DIRECTOR...Jim Vigus

Athletic Boosters website: www.uticachiefs.com Utica High Athletic Booster Club Meetings: Monday, November 7th, 7:00 p.m., ECC Room

No Home Athletic Events this Month Displaying Good Sportsmanship The Athletic Association has set rules as to how players are to behave during a competition. There are also rules and Tryout Times: guidelines outlined as to how spectators th should conduct themselves. Of course, Boys’ Basketball November 14 spectators are present to motivate and cheer the team to victory. However, th spectators/fans are not allowed to make Girls’ Basketball November 7 taunting or offensive statements directed towards the players, game officials or the opponent’s spectators. Utica High Boys’ & Girls’ Bowling November 10th School has consistently received praise and accolades from local, state and national organizations for displaying good th sportsmanship (representatives from Competitive Cheer November 7 many athletic organizations attend our games). It is important that we stay focused on “cheering our team to victo- Ice Hockey October 31st ry” during a competition. In recent reports regarding sportsmanship at UHS, officials have called our students “classy st kids,” and made the following com- Boys’ Swimming November 21 ments: “UHS athletes compete at a high level,” and “Coaches, players and fans are all a class act.” Our expectation is t that you continue the tradition of dis- Wrestling November 14 playing good sportsmanship at athletic events.

Winter Coaching Contacts:

Varsity Comp. Cheer: [email protected] Angela Micinski JV Competitive Cheer: [email protected] Stephanie Haist & Nicole Vitale Ice Hockey: [email protected] Bob Clouston Dance Varsity: [email protected] Katie Droppe Dance JV: [email protected] Alyssa Burko Bowling: [email protected] Ron Young Boys Varsity Basketball: [email protected] Dave Hinkle Boys JV Basketball: [email protected] Bill Lerch Boys 9th Basketball: [email protected] John Carlin Girls Varsity Basketball: [email protected] Tom McDonald Girls JV Basketball: [email protected] Jeff LaPratt Girls 9th Basketball: Open Wrestling: [email protected] Clint Davis Boys Swimming: [email protected] Joe Michol

Band Booster Meeting: Nov 16 at 7 pm

For more information please see Uticabands.org Lynette Roy UHS Band Communications

CONGRATULATIONS UTICA

Utica High School Marching Band (UHSMB) enjoyed a on beautiful day for the Homecoming parade and game. They were joined by the Eppler and Shelby Junior High Bands. DIVISION I RATING!

This was the final game for 12 seniors. Thank you to the MSBOA District XVI MB Festival Taylor Family for organizing the senior dinner, the Syler family for the locker decorations, and the Drewes family for organizing dinner for the rest of the band. Triple sweep! UHSMB achieved Division 1 Ratings in all three categories of Music, Marching & General Effect on Band to the Future!

TIME TO SAY THANKS!

November Restaurant Night On behalf of the 2016 Utica High School th Marching Band, thank you to everyone On November 7 , kindly mention Utica High School Band at Chipotle on Hall Road from 4 to who helped and supported us through 8 pm and 50% of proceeds will benefit the this marching band season. The season Instrumental Music Program at UHS. was filled with challenges and

triumphs; tears and joy; hard work and fun. Band to the Future ~ it’s a wrap! Cheesecake Delivery/Pick-up Until next year March on! November 9, 2016 2-4 pm Band Room

18 Win/Win Advertise your business & support Band! Meet the We are selling advertisements in the UHSMB winter concert program. Clarinet Email [email protected] if you are interested. Section!

Upcoming Performances 11/19/16…Mt Clemens Holiday Parade & Raffle the Band (Winner announced 11/4 at Peter/Wendy) 12/7/16 …Winter Concert at 7pm 2/15/17... Pre-festival Concert

Amazon Smile UHS Instrumental Music Program benefits when you shop at AmazonSmile. Please visit: http://smile.amazon.com/ch/38-3633352.

Kroger Plus Cards Please register your card to support Utica High School Band and Orchestra Boosters (#82739)

Alumni Night (aka Friday night Rain Bowl) We were excited to host Alumni Night on September 30th. Heavy rain did not stop more than a dozen alumni joining in the festivities. It was a lot of fun to watch the seasoned alumni interact with the current Chieftains. This was the first game raincoats obtained years ago were put to use. Looking sharp & got the job done!

BAND-A-RAMA 2016 THANK YOU TO ALL THE VOLUNTEERS WHO HELPED

Customized Marching Band season may be wrapping up, but the music carries Tree Ornaments on. Utica High School is pleased to announce the return of JAZZ BAND back to the strong instrumental music line up along with $15 each Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble. Save the date December 7 to attend the Winter Concert and enjoy Utica’s talented young For sale at November musicians under the direction of Mrs. Keri Pruse. The concert will Conferences begin at 7 pm in the auditorium.

20 UHS Band Boosters

present UTICA HIGH SCHOOL AFGHANS

A very nice keepsake that will be cherished for years to come!

Makes a great gift!

COST OF AFGHAN - $45

(Approximate size is 48" x 66")

The afghan can be personalized by embroidery of student’s first name and year of graduation - $5

ORDER ONLINE AT https://sites.google.com/site/uticabands/store

Online orders accept PayPal for an additional processing fee

Or mail using order form below:

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MAIL ORDER FORM YES! I wish to order a UHS afghan. Enclosed is payment of $45 per afghan. Please make checks payable to: UHS Band Boosters.

Name______

Phone#______

E-Mail address______

PERSONALIZATION: If personalization is desired, please list first name and year of graduation. Personalization is an additional $5 per afghan.

Name______

Graduation Year______

TOTAL $ Enclosed______

Delivery time: 2-4 weeks. You will be contacted when your afghan is ready.

For additional information, or to submit an order by mail (with payment – checks made payable to UHS Band Boosters), please contact:

UHS Band Boosters Utica High School BAND ROOM 47255 Shelby Rd., Shelby Township, MI 48317

[email protected] Kathy Groves (810)625-0883

21 Senior information

Parent Volunteers Needed The next meeting for the planning of the Senior All-Night Party is Wednesday, November 9, 2016. 7:00 p.m. in the ECC Room at the high school. All kinds of help is needed, none refused. Help us make the last memory, the best memory! If you have any questions, please contact Teresa Anderson at 586-563-5558 or by email (the best) [email protected].

2017 Graduate Yard Signs will be available starting November 9, 2016 at the planning meeting. Cost $15. All proceeds go to the Senior All-Night Party!

23 CHIEFTAIN NEWS

November 8, 2016 No School November 14, 2016 9:30 a.m. Sounding Board November 15, 2016 4:30 p.m.—7:30 p.m. Parent/Teacher Conferences November 16, 2016 7:00 p.m. “What’s the Cost of Educating A Child?” - Eisenhower Performing Arts Center November 17, 2016 10:22 a.m. Early Dismissal November 17, 2016 12:00 p.m.—3:00 p.m. Parent/Teacher Conferences November 17, 2016 4:30 p.m.—7:30 p.m. Parent/Teacher Conferences November 23, 2016 No School, Thanksgiving Break November 28, 2016 School Resumes December 12, 2016 9:30 a.m. Sounding Board December 23, 2016 No School, Winter Break January 4, 2017 School Resumes January 16, 2017 No School, Martin Luther King Jr. Day January 18, 2017 10:22 a.m. Early Dismissal, Exams January 19, 2017 10:22 a.m. Early Dismissal, Exams January 20, 2017 10:22 a.m. Early Dismissal, Exams February 20, 2017 No School, Mid-Winter Break February 27, 2017 School Resumes March 20, 2017 Senior Speech Sign-Up Begins March 21, 2017 6:00 p.m.—7:00 p.m. or MANDATORY Parent-Senior Meeting 7:30 p.m.—8:30 p.m. April 3, 2017 No School, Spring Break April 10, 2017 School Resumes April 11, 2017 Senior Speech Sign-Up Ends April 14, 2017 No School, Good Friday April 19, 2017 12:00 p.m.—2:30 p.m. Senior Speech—Main Office May 24, 2017 7:00 p.m. Senior Honors Night-Auditorium (invitation only) May 26, 2017 No School, Memorial Day Weekend May 30, 2017 School Resumes June 10, 2017 1:00 p.m. Senior Graduation—Palace of Auburn Hills

24 2016-2017 District Calendar

First Day of School September 6 Elementary Half Day; Secondary Full Day October 31 Elementary Half Day; Secondary Full Day November 8 No School Evening Conferences November 17 All Students Half Day

No School November 23 Thanksgiving Break Begins November 28 School Resumes No School December 23 Winter Break Begins January 4 School Resumes Martin Luther King, Jr. Day January 16 No School

Secondary Exams January 18 Elementary Full Day/ Secondary Half Day

Secondary Exams January 19 All Students Half Day

Secondary Exams January 20 All Students Half Day

Mid-Winter Break Begins February 20 No School February 27 School Resumes March 31 Elementary Half Day; Secondary Full Day Spring Break Begins April 3 No School April 10 School Resumes Good Friday April 14 No School Memorial Day Weekend May 26 No School May 30 School Resumes

Secondary Exams June 13 Elementary Full Day/ Secondary Half Day Secondary Exams June 14 Elementary Full Day/Secondary Half Day Secondary Exams June 15 Last Day of School All Students Half Day

Non-Profit Organization Utica Community Schools 11303 Greendale CHANGE SERVICE REQUESTED US Postage Paid Sterling Hts., MI 48312 Sterling Heights, MI Utica High School Permit No. 24 47255 Shelby Road Utica, MI 48317 Main Office: 586-797-2200 Attendance Office: All Day 586-797-2473 Late Arrival 586-797-2472 Early Dismissal 586-797-2471 Counseling Office: 586-797-2290 Fax Number: 586-797-2201

Mr. Tom Lietz, Principal, Email: [email protected] UCS District website: www.uticahigh.org

DATES TO REMEMBER November 8 No School November 14 Sounding Board, 9:30 a.m. November 15 Parent/Teacher Conferences, 4:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. November 17 Early Dismissal 10:22 a.m. November 17 Parent/Teacher Conferences, 12:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. November 17 Parent/Teacher Conferences, 4:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. November 23 No School, Thanksgiving Break Begins November 28 School Resumes

December 12 Sounding Board, 9:30 a.m. December 23 No School, Winter Break

January 4 School Resumes January 9 Sounding Board, 9:30 a.m. January 16 No School, Martin Luther King Jr. Day January 18 Early Dismissal Exams, 10:22 a.m. January 19 Early Dismissal Exams, 10:22 a.m. January 20 Early Dismissal Exams, 10:22 a.m.

Nondiscrimination in Education In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Elliot-Larsen Civil Rights Act and the Persons with Disabilities Civil Rights Act, it is the policy of Utica Community Schools that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, disability, height, weight, or marital status be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination during any instructional opportunities, programs, services, job placement assistance, employment or in policies governing student conduct and attendance. Any person suspecting a discriminatory practice should contact the Executive Director of Human Resources at Utica Community Schools, 11303 Greendale, Sterling Heights, MI 48312 or call (586) 797-1000.